ONEOK Energy Services

Electrical Subject Matter Expert

ONEOK Energy Services$133K — $199K *
Tulsa, OK 74133In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in engineering, operations, or project management
  • Expertise in pipeline operations and gas measurement
  • Proficiency in industry standards like IEEE and NFPA
  • Experience with project management applications like MS Project and Excel

Responsibilities

  • Direct and coordinate engineering activities for pipeline systems and facilities
  • Provide expert technical guidance on electrical systems and design
  • Manage project proposals, contracts, and change orders
  • Review engineering work for efficiency and compliance
  • Analyze pipeline systems for capacity and operational improvements

Benefits

  • Opportunity to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in a critical engineering role
  • Chance to work cross-functionally with various teams
  • Involvement in high-impact projects aligned with organizational objectives
  • Continuous improvement culture with a focus on system reliability
  • Mentorship opportunities for less experienced engineers
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This role provides advanced engineering and project management leadership in support of natural gas, NGL, Refined Products, and Crude Oil pipeline and facility assets, with a key focus on serving as an Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME).

As an Electrical SME, this role is responsible for reviewing and/or performing specialized electrical engineering analyses and studies, which may include motor starting analyses, protection coordination studies, arc flash modeling and labeling, and grounding system design. The role provides expert guidance on industrial motor design and applications; switchgear and motor control center (MCC) design and applications; and electrical system reliability, safety, and maintainability. Work is performed in accordance with applicable industry standards, codes, and best practices, including but not limited to IEEE C57, IEEE 841, IEEE 1584, NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70B/NETA MTS, NFPA 70E, NFPA 497/API 500.

The role works closely with operations, construction, commercial, and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement, enhance system reliability, mitigate electrical risk, and deliver projects that align with organizational objectives.
Job Profile Summary

Performs specialized engineering and/or project management duties related to one or more functional areas that may include: pipeline system planning and analysis, gathering system operation; gas and liquids measurement, gas analysis, and measurement station design; processing and/or storage facility operation; and/or estimating, designing, and coordinating construction projects.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Direct, perform, coordinate and/or approve engineering and/or project management activities related to design, procurement, construction, or optimization of company assets including but not limited to:
    • Transmission and/or gathering systems, measurement and regulation facilities, compressor and pump stations and dehydration plants
    • NGL fractionation, natural gas processing and/or hydrocarbon storage facilities
    • Construction plans and implementation
  • Provide technical and/or engineering assistance on matters including but not limited to:
    • Equipment/system design
    • Pipeline sizing and evaluation
    • Pipeline control
    • Pipeline facility design, construction, operation, and maintenance
    • Policies and procedures
    • Process Safety
  • Direct, perform and review and/or approve project management activities including but not limited to:
    • Bid proposals and contracts
    • AFE preparation and cost management
    • Management of Change (MOC)
    • Material/equipment specifications and selection
    • Construction plans and support
    • Creating and updating schedules / timelines
    • Preparing project progress and other reports
    • Managing change orders
  • Review work by engineers regarding equipment efficiencies, hydraulic calculations, valve and pipe sizing and gas flow analysis.
  • Research, analyze, prepare and/or approve information including but not limited to:
    • Engineering studies
    • Governmental rules, regulations, codes, and standards
    • Pipeline and/or measurement system analyses and recommendations
    • Hydrocarbon processing and/or measurement bid proposals
    • Construction and/or measurement contracts
    • Cost estimates
    • Material specifications/selections
  • Oversee analysis and evaluation of various pipeline systems and review recommendations for improvements related to capacity, operating costs, and system operation. Act as a subject matter expert to the organization for various engineering activities; mentor less experienced engineers
  • Evaluate proposed projects by conducting load studies
  • Review and create standard drawings for various measurement system designs and make recommendations for improvements related to station capacity and operating costs, to increase accuracy of measurement system and downstream reporting systems
  • Analyze and perform economic analysis related to potential new projects, including but not limited to operational cost estimates, determining equipment efficiencies, and needed enhancements and conducting studies for potential acquisitions
  • Recommend new processes and formulate new ideas; take lead role during implementation of new processes
  • Anticipate changes in work demands and identify assignments or training to meet those demands.
  • Oversee utilization of manpower and equipment resources
  • Assess, schedule, and prioritize projects on customer needs and value to the organization
  • May have oversight of employees engaged in field operations, construction and/or project management function


Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related field and the following job-related experience preferred:


Work Experience
  • Experience and training related to:
    • Transmission/gathering pipeline operations
    • Gas measurement and regulation activities
    • Processing and/or storage operations
    • Company/governmental operating and safety procedures
    • Pipeline stress/strain analysis
    • Industry best practices and design philosophy
  • Experience and knowledge of engineering design and criteria for natural gas and/or NGLs in pipeline systems
  • Experience at this level is typically attained with ten or more years of experience in engineering, operations and/or project management
  • Experience achieving goals and developing employee/team strengths, exhibiting a positive example and influence that leads to employee, project, and stakeholder successes
  • Experience in use and function of applications such as: Microsoft Excel, Project, Access, Word, etc.
  • Experience researching and preparing project materials and design specifications, contracts, agreements, budgets, engineering studies, and other relevant reports, forms, and correspondence
  • Experience identifying, researching, evaluating, and prioritizing operational problems and determining appropriate action/response
  • Experience with and knowledge of pipelines or hydrocarbon processing and related facilities design, construction, operation, and maintenance
  • Experience with material failure and structural analysis and thorough knowledge of industry standards and governmental regulations
  • Experience reading and interpreting governmental regulations, blueprints, contracts, manuals, specifications, surveys, charts, load studies, and other relevant reports and correspondence
  • Experience reviewing and approving complex engineering drawings and material


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of: operational functions and commercial relationships with the ability to anticipate functional and transactional impacts
  • Ability to: apply knowledge and sound problem-solving skills which include the ability to: research, analyze and resolve
  • Ability to: issues and/or questions concerning engineering design and calculations and aids others
  • Ability to: manage and prioritize multiple assignments with competing deadlines
  • Ability to: identify, conceptualize and organize projects to completion, goals, and initiatives
  • Ability to: use logic and reasoning to identify alternate solutions or approaches to a problem
  • Ability to: apply math, algebraic formulas, and statistical methods
  • Ability to: interact, negotiate, advise, and communicate effectively
  • Ability to: operate office tools and equipment required
  • Ability to: communicate thoughts, ideas, information, messages, and other written information, which may contain technical material, in a logical, organized, and coherent manner


Licenses and Certifications
  • None required, Professional Engineer license preferred


Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
  • Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.


Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
  • Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
  • Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
  • Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
  • Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
  • Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
  • Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
  • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
  • Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
  • Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
  • Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
  • Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
  • Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
  • Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
  • Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
  • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
  • Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
  • Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
  • Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
  • Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
  • Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)


Working Conditions/Environment
  • Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions


Working Conditions
  • Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
  • Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
  • CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)


Travel
  • Travel to other locations required


Driving
  • Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license


Expected Salary Range
$133,000.00 - $199,000.00

About ONEOK Energy Services

ONEOK is a publicly-traded limited partnership engaged in natural gas liquids, natural gas pipelines, and natural gas gathering and processing. It is a Fortune 500 company and is included in Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500 Stock Index. Originally founded in 1906 as an intrastate natural gas pipeline business in Oklahoma, today ONEOK is one of the nation's premier energy companies involved in the natural gas and natural gas liquids businesses. Its business segments provide safe, reliable energy and services to their diverse customers. By following a strategy that blends the performance and profitability of all of the segments, ONEOK is able to deliver sustainable earnings growth for shareholders. ONEOK’s success is driven by employees who strive to better not only their company but also the communities in which they live.

ONEOK Energy Services Careers

Join the dynamic team at ONEOK Energy Services, a leader in the energy sector, and propel your career to new heights in an environment that fosters growth, innovation, and leadership. As one of the premier energy companies, ONEOK offers a range of job opportunities that allow professionals to excel in their fields and contribute to a sustainable energy future.

Work You’ll Do

At ONEOK Energy Services, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our company and the industry. Our team is at the forefront of the energy sector, leading projects that enhance how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed. Your role within our company will position you at the intersection of energy solutions and technological advancement, driving change and delivering results that matter.

Innovative Work Environment

Embrace the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the energy sector. Our team of over 10,000 dedicated professionals is committed to fostering an atmosphere of innovation and excellence. At ONEOK, you will leverage cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to deliver high-impact solutions across various markets.

Career Development and Growth

ONEOK Energy Services is committed to the professional growth of its employees. Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, ONEOK provides unparalleled career advancement opportunities, including professional development programs, leadership training, and diversity initiatives. Our robust training programs are designed to enhance your skills and prepare you for leadership roles within the company.

Join Our Team

Explore the wide range of job opportunities at ONEOK Energy Services, from entry-level positions to executive roles. We are hiring talented individuals who are passionate about the energy industry and eager to make a difference. Our team values diversity, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with an internship at ONEOK Energy Services. Our internships provide hands-on experience in real-world projects that prepare you for a successful career in the energy sector. Interns at ONEOK gain valuable industry insights and have the opportunity to network with professionals and leaders within the company.

Benefits and Culture

ONEOK Energy Services offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Our company culture promotes teamwork, integrity, and respect—values that are integral to our corporate identity and business approach.

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Explore ONEOK Energy Services Careers

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Learn more about ONEOK Energy Services
Size
2,847 employees
Market Cap
$28.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$612.8 million
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+13.1%
Revenue
$8.5 billion
NASDAQ

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